Zubeen Borthakur, also known professionally as Zubeen Garg, born on 18 November 1972 at Tura, Meghalaya, and brought up at Jorhat, Assam . Currently 52 years old, he is a multifaceted artist—one well-known as a singer-songwriter, composer, music director, multi-instrumentalist, actor, film director, screenwriter, poet, and philanthropist.
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Net Worth & Income
As of 2024, Zubeen’s net worth is in the order of US$6–8 million (approximately ₹50–65 crore ₹INR) from his active work in music, films, concerts, advertisement promotions, and short-term acting.
- Per-annum earnings through music royalty, concerts, and Nepal collaborations are a major source; Popnable estimates a 2025 YouTube revenue of approximately US$113K
- His YouTube channel earns an estimated $24K–$550K daily, and up to $0.7M–16M monthly revenues, portraying his digital presence
Musical Journey
Zubeen started formal music training at an early age under his mother as well as under tabla gurus, and at 20 he released his first Assamese album Anamika (1992). Since the past three decades, he has recorded more than 38,000 songs in over 40 languages, and he is among India’s most productive recorded artists.
Most popular hits are:
- “Ya Ali” from Gangster (2006)—a break in Bollywood that paved the way for him to win several awards in the form of Stardust, IIFA, Filmfare nominations.
- Assamese best-sellers like “Mayabini Ratir Bukut”, which have turned into regional anthems.
- He has also provided his voice for Hindi film songs: Dil Se, Fiza, Mujhe Kucch Kehna Hai, Krrish 3, Namastey London, etc.
His discography comprises iconic albums such as Zindagi (2007) and Pakeeza (2013), as evidence of his versatility in Hindi as well as regional music
Acting & Film Work
Zubeen has been involved in acting, music direction, and film producing too—Assamese films, to be precise. He has directed and produced some regional films, oftentimes providing the lyrics and scores. His work ranges from playback singing, composition, acting, and direction.
Awards & Recognition
- Global Indian Film Awards 2006: Best Male Playback Singer for “Ya Ali”.
- Stardust Award 2006: New Musical Sensation.
- National Film Award 2009: Best Music Direction for Echoes of Silence.
- Some Prag Cine Awards, Assam State Film Awards, and regional awards up to 2023–24.
Social Stance & Impact
Born the “Heartthrob of Assam,” Zubeen has applied his voice to critique issues of culture and politics. He pledged solo protest against the Citizenship Bill in 2019, receiving national recognition for his activism
He’s also offered charitable help and been involved with social welfare campaigns throughout Northeast India .
Quick Facts (2025)
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Born | 18 November 1972; Tura, Meghalaya; brought up in Jorhat, Assam |
| Age | 52 years |
| Principal Languages | Assamese, Hindi, Bengali, 40+ devotional & regional languages |
| Hit Songs | “Ya Ali”, “Mayabini Ratir Bukut”, Bollywood blockbusters like Dil Se, Gangster |
| Albums | Anamika (1992), Zindagi (2007), Pakeeza (2013) |
| Film Roles | Playback singer, actor, director, lyricist in Hindi & Assamese films |
| Net Worth | $6–8 million (~₹50–65 Cr INR) |
| YouTube Income | ~$49K–1.1M/day; ~$0.7–16M/month |
| Awards | The same as above—Filmfare/IIFA, National Awards, Prag Cine, etc. |
| Instrumentalist | Plays guitar, tabla, mandolin, harmonium, dotara, drums, keyboard, etc. |
Zubeen Garg is a great asset in Indian cinema and music with 33+ years of professional, more than 38,000 recorded songs, and 40+ languages. A legend in Assamese and Bollywood music, his unique voice, social life, and musical ranges have transformed him into a cultural icon. His approximated $8 million net worth, sustained artistic production, and social work guarantee his lasting presence in India’s culture.
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